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May 6, 2020 · Cessna 182 P · N58646
Perris, CA
Overview
Report Status
Final with probable cause
Event Type
Accident
Date
May 6, 2020
Injury Outcomes
No injuries (1 uninjured)
Location
Perris, CA
Aircraft
Cessna 182 P (1973)
Tail Number
N58646
Injuries
None
Aircraft Damage
Substantial
NTSB Number
WPR20CA146
The pilot reported that while taxing for takeoff, he observed a skip loader on the immediate left edge of the taxiway and noted there was sufficient clearance to avoid it. However, during the taxi, his attention was distracted by setting up the GPS for the flight, and the airplane drifted left, and subsequently struck the skip loader. The right horizontal stabilizer was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
NTSB Probable Cause
The pilot's diverted attention while taxing which resulted in his failure to maintain clearance from the skip loader during taxi.
Full Narrative
The pilot reported that while taxing for takeoff, he observed a skip loader on the immediate left edge of the taxiway and noted there was sufficient clearance to avoid it. However, during the taxi, his attention was distracted by setting up the GPS for the flight, and the airplane drifted left, and subsequently struck the skip loader. The right horizontal stabilizer was substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no preaccident mechanical failures or malfunctions with the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Flight
Event TypeAccident
Event Time08:30 PDT
Nearest AirportPerris Valley (0nm S)
Runway33
Runway Length5100 ft
Runway Width50 ft
Flight Plan FiledNone
Aircraft FireNo
Aircraft ExplosionNo
Aircraft
AircraftCessna 182 P
Tail NumberN58646
Aircraft CategoryAir
DamageSubstantial
Operating RulePart 91
Engines1
Engine TypeReciprocating
Engine DetailsContinental · O-470-R · Reciprocating · 230
Seats4
People & Injuries
Injury SummaryNo injuries (1 uninjured)
Fatal0
Serious0
Minor0
Uninjured1
Total1
Crew 1Age 68 · Third Class · None
Conditions
ConditionsVMC
LightDaylight
WindCalm
Visibility10 sm
CeilingNone
Temperature / Dew Point41 C
Altimeter29.90 inHg
Observation Time15:35
Weather SourceWFAC